Lawrence Burr

Lawrence J. Burr, 81, of Harrison Township, passed away on May 18, 2024. He was born in Detroit on March 6, 1943, to Casimir and Stella Borowski. Lawrence is survived by the love of his life, Karen, and his loving children, David Burr and Lisa (Matt) Austin. Nothing made him prouder than the achievements of his grandchildren, Emilee, and Aaron James "AJ". Lawrence had an infectious energy for life that will live on in those whose lives he touched. He was a patient listener who loved meeting people from all walks of life at every opportunity. He always went out of his way to help those in need and encouraged everyone around him to treat others with kindness and respect. He will be remembered for his dedication to his family, success in business, and his generous support of local charities and organizations. An ardent animal lover, Lawrence's favorite charitable cause was the Royal Oak Animal Shelter, of which he was instrumental in organizing their brand-new facility currently in the works. Lawrence began as a salesman at Matthews-Hargreaves Chevrolet in Royal Oak in 1968 and worked his way up to General Manager before purchasing the dealership in 1986. The dealership would move locations and expand several times under his leadership, earning him a formidable reputation among industry leaders and customers alike. Lawrence found great joy in seeing people he mentored go on to have successful careers in the automotive business. He was tremendously proud of the successes of his protégé turned business partner, Len Nadolski, who he considered a second son. Despite his incredible work ethic, Lawrence never neglected life's little pleasures, especially his grandchildren's sports games, family vacations, and boating on Lake St. Clair. He and Karen traveled the world together several times over, splitting their time between Naples, Florida, and Michigan. His greatest joy came from the quality time spent with family after attending one of his grandchildren's soccer or basketball games. Visitation Wednesday 1:00 pm-8:00 pm and Thursday 9:30 am until the time of the funeral 10:00 am at theWm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. Eleven Mile Road (4 blocks E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Interment Resurrection Cemetery Clinton Township, Michigan. Memorial contributions are appreciated to the Royal Oak Animal Shelter. Please share a memory at www.SullivanFuneralDirectors.com.

Lawrence Burr

March 6, 1943 - May 19, 2024